Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time February 19, 2012 Lord, heal me for I have sinned.

Changes for 2012 MISSION STATEMENT We are a Parish Community of men and women who serve God, our country and one another. Inspired by St. Bernard s love of God and humanity, we proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ by praying and worshipping together, educating one another in faith, providing assistance for those in need, working for justice in the world, and welcoming all to the sacramental life of the Church in the Roman Catholic tradition. With Faith, Hope, and Love, we dedicate ourselves to the mission of living and sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ in the world. 731-4220/731-4355 Fax Email: Parish@StBernardsLevittown.org Website: www.stbernardslevittown.org PASTORAL TEAM Rev. Gerard A. Ringenback, Pastor Rev. Christopher M. Costigan, Assistant Pastor Rev. Mr. John Blakeney, Deacon Rev. Mr. James Flannery, Deacon Rev. Cyprian Osuegbu, Resident Center for Religious Education & RCIA Sr. Margaret Sammon, O.P., Director 731-8511/731-7860 Fax The Religious Center is closed on Fridays. Parish Social Ministry Sr. Christine Sammons, O.P., Coordinator 731-6074 Youth Ministry Mike Rodgers, Coordinator MRodgers@StBernardsLevittown.org or 516-978-8193 Liturgical Music Mary Jane Witte, Director 731-4220 Adult Faith Formation Diane Vella, Pastoral Associate dvella@stbernardslevittown.org or 731-4220 Church Rose Marie Rotondo, Sacristan 731-4220 Facilities Len Lanzi, Facilities Manager 731-4220 Stefan Jensen, Maintenance Supervisor IN RESIDENCE: Rev. Msgr. George P. Graham, Pastor Emeritus Rev. Martin J. Hall PARISH MEMBERSHIP We welcome new members to St. Bernard s Parish, a community of faith, hope, and love. We will strive to foster your spiritual growth and hope you will share with us the gifts God has given to you. Please register by stopping by the rectory and completing the registration Bulletin Deadline: Friday, 5:00 pm, nine days prior to publication. You may email us at Bulletin@StBernardsLevittown.org or leave a hard copy in the inbox on the bulletin desk in the 2 Parish Office. Thank you for your cooperation! SPIRITUAL LIFE PLEASE NOTE This page will be under construction for a few weeks. We want to make it more reader friendly and less cluttered. If you have any suggestions, let us know. You may email us at Bulletin@StBernardsLevittown.org or leave a note in the inbox on the bulletin desk in the Parish Office. Your editors We re also helping you all to develop the virtue of Patience. No kidding, we are working on the rearrangement. Also waiting for any suggestions?????? Schedule of Masses: SATURDAY: 5:00 PM SUNDAY: 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM (FAMILY MASS) 10:30 AM, 12:00 N, 5:30 PM WEEKDAYS: 8:00 AM SATURDAYS: 8:00 AM HOLY DAYS: See website: www.stbernardslevittown.org Confessions: SATURDAY: 4:00-5:00 PM WEEKDAYS: After the 8:00 am Mass Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Novena and Benediction: MONDAY Evening: 7:30 PM, in the Church. Morning Prayer: MONDAY through SATURDAY: 8:30am Prayer Room. Books are available. Baptism of Children: We welcome infants and children to our Christian community! Baptisms are held on select Sundays at 1:30 p.m. Please contact the parish at least 3 months before an anticipated baptism even before a new child is born to ensure enough time to complete the baptism preparation process. Our three-step preparation process includes: 1) at-home reading and preparation by the parents; 2) an intake conversation with a member of our parish staff; and 3) participation with other parents in a Sunday morning gathering, which begins with attendance at our 9:00 a.m. Family-friendly Mass. Please call 731-4220 or e-mail parish@stbernardslevittown.org to request a Baptism information and preparation packet. Marriages: Church arrangements should be made at least 6 months before the marriage and before making any contracts with restaurants or caterers. Please call the Rectory to set up an appointment with a priest, 731-4220. Ministry to the Sick and Aging: If you are, or know of someone who is homebound and would like to receive Holy Communion, please call the rectory at 731-4220.

The Holy Season of Lent begins Ash Wednesday, Wednesday, February 22, 2012. February 22, 2012. Turn away from sin, and be faithful to the Gospel Wearing ashes is an outward sign of our commitment to repent of our sins, refocus our lives on God, and share God s love in the world. Eucharist with Distribution of Ashes 7:00 am, 9:00 am, 12 Noon, 7:30 pm Liturgy of the Word with Distribution of Ashes 3:30 pm, 5:00 pm Sunday and Daily Eucharist Lent is an ideal time to begin or renew your commitment to Sunday Mass if you ve been away for some time. Also, many Catholics attend Mass daily as a part of their special Lenten practice. Daily Mass Monday through Saturday at 8:00 am Evening Weekday Mass During Lent Mondays: February 27, March 5, 19, and 26 at 7:30 pm, followed by the Miraculous Medal Novena. Lenten Reflection Booklets Pick up a booklet before or after Mass for do-ityourself at-home prayers, meditations, and activities for the Lenten season. Exposition and Benediction of The Blessed Sacrament Friday afternoons, February 24, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, from Noon to 1:00 pm. Spend an hour in silent prayer in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament, concluding with Solemn Benediction. Special Family Night Friday Fish Fry followed by Youth Ministry Stations of the Cross Friday, March 9, Fish Fry at 6:00 pm; Stations of the Cross at 7:30 pm. Further details on page 12 Clairvaux chronicle Lent Is Upon Us P erhaps the milder weather makes these weeks of January and February seem to fly by, and now we are about to begin the Holy Season of Lent this coming Wednesday. Even though we make this journey of conversion and renewal each year, it always seems to be helpful. Lent gives us the opportunity to get a little more in shape spiritually and maybe even physically! The traditional Lenten practices of fasting, prayer, and works of charity never go out of date; they have been practiced for centuries. But clearly it is up to each of us to determine what that Lenten practice will look like, how it will benefit ourselves spiritually, as well as do good for others. A good question to ask at the start of Lent is where I most need to turn from sin. In other words, what part of my life needs to change even slightly- to prepare me for the great celebration of the Paschal Mystery culminating at Easter. The parish will be offering various helps including our Daily Reflection Booklet, Wednesday Evening Prayer with guest preachers, and the Lenten Mission given by the Redemptorist Fathers in March. I invite you to take advantage of any or all of these opportunities and thus allow the Lord to bring about that change of mind and heart that will make for a very good Lent. Update On Msgr. Graham Several weeks ago I provided an update on the condition of Msgr. Graham at the weekend Masses. I announced that he had moved from Our Lady of Consolation Rehabilitation Center to the St. Pius X Priests Residence in Amityville where he will be residing for the foreseeable future. Having visited Monsignor on several occasions, I found him to be settling in nicely in his new surroundings. He is in the process of bringing some of his vast library over to St. Pius (but not all of it!), decorating his new suite, and enjoying the camaraderie of other senior priests. He uses a walker to get around and has the opportunity to concelebrate Mass each day. The residence is a very comfortable setting with a lovely chapel, dining room, lounge area and accommodations for about 20 priests. There is a staff of people to provide for the needs of the priests, assure their safety, as well as provide medical assistance if needed. The facility is subsidized in part by the collection taken up each September in every parish throughout the diocese. Monsignor Graham appreciates all of your prayers and good wishes. If you wish to write to him his address is: St. Pius X Residence, 565 Albany Ave., Amityville, N.Y. 11701. 3

parish news Gifts of treasure Sunday collections February 12, 2012 February 13, 2011 $ 14,332.25 $ 14, 269.55 685 envelopes 637 envelopes Faith Direct $ 2,562.00 $ 1,949.00 Total Collection $ 16,894.25 $ 16,218.55 Thank you for your continued generosity. Winter Blood Drive Sign up: This weekend Blood Drive will take place in Parish Center on Sunday, February 26th. Today s Second Collection will benefit St. Bernard s Parish Social Ministry Details on page 11 4 Girl scout Sunday March 11th is Girl Scout Sunday. All levels of Girl Scouts are invited to attend 9:00am Mass in uniform. Some Brownie Girl Scouts will be receiving Religious Awards. Diocesan Patches will be available. All are welcome to bring a paper good (tissue, toilet paper) for the benefit of St. Bernard s Social Ministry Program. Books for next year s Religious Awards will be available to purchase on Girl Scout Sunday. It is not too early to think about Religious Awards for next year. If you have any questions, please call Ann Tear 516-644-2767. Save the Dates!!! PARISH LENTEN MISSION March 11-15, 7:30 p.m. MISSION: POSSIBLE Share God s Love! This year s Mission will be led by the Redemptorist Mission Team of Fathers Pat Woods and John McGowan They will preach at all Masses on March 10-11. Mission begins Sunday evening. Teaching sessions held after morning Masses March 12-15 Parish Goal Amount for 2012 $ 96,500.00 ONE FAITH, ONE HOPE, MANY GIFTS 2013 Mass Book The 2013 Mass book is opened for intentions from January 1, 2013 until June 30, 2013. The suggested donation is $20. The Mass book will open for the second half of 2013 at a later date. Please contact Father Chris with any questions. Don t forget to fill those baby bottles. The return weekend is February 25 and 26.

mass intentions Monday, February 20 8:00 am Joan Dowd Hurlbert Tuesday, February 21, St. Peter Damian 8:00 am Francis McBrien Wednesday, February 22, Ash Wednesday 7:00 am John J. Fitzpatrick 9:00 am William J. Engel, Jr. Noon Deceased members of St. Vincent Conference 7:30 pm Virginia and Anthony Santangelo Thursday, February 23, St. Polycarp 8:00 am Donna Seiderer Friday, February, 24 8:00 am Steve De Stefano Saturday, February 25 8:00 am Frances J. Murray Michael Tumbarello RoseMarie Julian Richard Krauss 5:00 pm Leila Terri Kudrena Sunday, February 26, First Sunday of Lent 7:30 am Living and deceased members of The Hynes and Legere Families 9:00 am Baby Charlotte Paletta Demoore 10:30 am For All Parishioners 12 Noon Paul L. Seamon, Sr. 5:30 pm Stephen Hutnik Parish schedule Monday, February 20 7:30 pm Miraculous Medal Novena, Church 7:45 pm Rosary Executive Meeting, Parish Center Tuesday, February 21 6:30 pm Children s Choir, Parish Center 7:00 pm Boy Scouts, Youth Ministry Room 7:00 pm Spanish Rosary, Prayer Room 8:00 pm AA Meeting, School Cafeteria Wednesday, February 22 3:30 pm Service with Ashes, Church 5:00 pm Service with Ashes, Church 8:00 pm Prayer Group, Parish Center Thursday, February 23 10:00 am Adult Ed Creed, Parish Center 10:00 am Shawl Ministry, Parish Center 3:00 pm St. Vincent de Paul, Clairvaux House 7:30 pm Adult Ed Creed, Parish Center Friday, February 24 7:30 pm Stations of the Cross, Church Saturday, February 25, 11:00 am AA Meeting, School Cafeteria Sunday, February 26, Blood Drive after all Masses 9:00 am RCIA, Parish Center 6:30 pm Youth Ministry, Parish Center 7:00 pm Men s Prayer Group, Prayer Room 8:00 pm AA Meeting, Cafeteria sacraments Baptisms We welcome into the parish the following new members: Grace Taylor Manza Olivia Grace Russo Congratulations to all the parents Pray for the sick of our parish family Benedetto Barone Frank Bond Philomena Caratzolo Mario Cirello Eleanor Haynos, Jr Bruce Holtzman Vicki Jacona John Jeon Sheila McHale John McKeon Marilyn Mahoney Emma Matzinger Deborah Nicolay Roger Pokorny Cynthia Simpson Joan Speranza Laureen Quinn-Sturge Rosalie Travers Rob Weidmann All names will remain on the list for 4 weeks after you call in. After that time we ask, if necessary, to call again. Thank you for cooperating and God bless all. Please let us know if any of these names can be removed. Please pray for all those on our Long-term Sick List Baby Christian Murphy Helen Blach Dawn Camisa Roberta Curran Juanita Dones Frank Dunworth Jim Finlan Colleen Grasing Mike Hach Jerome W. Kalkhof Betty Lalonde Ann Macauley Mary Mackey Andrew Mahoney Mary Messina James McArdelle William McDonagh Fay Mundy Kerri Orlando Johnny Perdue Helen Pfeifer Joseph Pfeifer Catherine Pipinou Deanne Reilly James Robertson Eve Saint Thomas Saint Jeannette Sepe Patricia Shand Joseph Smithwick, Sr David Testa Karen Wasielewski Pray for our beloved deceased And those who mourn for them Frank Agunzo Luke Rosato Anthony Barone Anna M. Smith The Gifts of bread and wine have been requested in memory of Francis McBrien requested by The McBrien Family 5

Gifted, engaged, growing St. Bernard S pastoral plan Goal 3: To increase support and recognition of engaged parishioners CALL TO SUBMIT NOMINATIONS for our SECOND ANNUAL SPIRIT OF ST. BERNARD AWARD! This award will be given annually to a parishioner or parishioners who have responded exceptionally to their baptismal call to build up the Kingdom of God in the parish of Saint Bernard, especially in the year just completed. These men and women have followed the call of Christ and participated in the mission of the parish by praying and worshipping, educating others in the faith, assisting those in need, working for justice in the world. They have shown their devotion to the Holy Father, the Diocese, and the Parish through their commitment to the corporal and spiritual works of mercy. Qualifications for nominees are as follows: scenes. Last year s recipients: Marie McNamara and Denise Lownie! PLEASE SUBMIT FORMAL LETTERS OF NOMINATION DETAILING HOW THE NOMINEE/S MEETS THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS TO FATHER JERRY NO LATER THAN THURSDAY, MARCH 1, 2012 6 For information on any Gifted, Engaged, and Growing activity, contact Diane Vella at 516-731-4220 or dvella@stbernardslevittown.org.

ADULT FAITH FORMATION Diane Vella, Pastoral Associate Lenten Evening Prayer Save the Dates!!! PARISH LENTEN MISSION March 11-15 7:30 p.m. MISSION: POSSIBLE Share God s Love! This year s Mission will be led by the Redemptorist Mission Team of Fathers Pat Woods and John McGowan Fathers Woods and McGowan will preach at all Masses on March 10-11. Mission begins Sunday evening. Teaching sessions held after morning Masses March 12-15 Why not take a step and join a faith-sharing group this Lent? Faith-sharing groups are small groups of six to eight people who meet together on a weekly basis during Lent to share their experience of faith with one another. A facilitator gently guides the conversation and sharing, and leads prayer. This year s faith sharing process will center on how God calls us to the POSSIBLE MISSION of sharing God s love! Join us Wednesdays in Lent for the beautiful service of Evening Prayer; a quiet, meditative service featuring candlelight, incense and music. Each week a guest preacher will offer a reflection on our Lenten theme of MISSION: POSSIBLE Share God s Love! February 29, 7:30 p.m. Bishop Emil Wcela is a retired auxiliary bishop of the Diocese of Rockville Centre. He is a renowned Scripture scholar, author, columnist and television commentator March 7, 7:30 p.m. Mrs. Estelle Peck is Director of the Diocesan Pastoral Formation Institute, a program of spiritual, theological and ministerial formation for the laity. March 21/el 21 de Marzo, 7:30 Mr. José de Jesus is Executive V.P. of Millennium Consulting, which serves Churches in the northeast. José predicará en inglés y español. Jose will preach in English and Spanish March 28, 7:30 p.m. Contact Diane Vella at 516-731-4220 or dvella@stbernardslevittown.org no later than Friday, February 24. Deacon Frank Bice serves at St. Mary s, Manhasset, and teaches at Sacred Heart Academy. He is an author, and offers reflections on the Gospel on his blog and on YouTube. 7

Liturgy corner Edited by Father Chris Costigan SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME February 19, 2011 In today s Gospel we continue to hear Mark s reports about Jesus preaching and healing. Jesus popularity has grown so much that crowds surround him. Jesus says to the paralyzed man Your sins are forgiven. This might strike us as strange, but in Jesus time, illness was thought to be a sign of sinfulness. First Reading: There is something liberating in the word we hear today: remember not the events of the past, the things of long ago consider not. The people of Israel have failed in what they were to be about; they have wearied God rather than praised him. The new thing God is doing is to forget the sins of their past and form them anew. They are to be his own and to proclaim his praise. Second Reading: In Paul s Second Letter to the Corinthians, he speaks of the afflictions he experiences in his ministry of proclaiming the Gospel. In addition, his plans to visit the community had to be cancelled. The Corinthians should not read this as disloyalty or ambivalence on his part. His word, his commitment to them, has always been yes as was Jesus responses to his mission. Paul reiterates that his mission on their behalf is from God. Gospel: Today s Gospel is one example from the New Testament where the relationship between sin and illness is evident. Jesus ability to forgive sin is confirmed by the healing of the paralyzed man. Don t miss the significance of the faith of those who brought the man to Jesus at what heights they went to so that their friend could come into Jesus healing presence. It far exceeds the faith of the Pharisees or even, at times, that of Jesus disciples. Sourcebook 2012 Saints of the Week Tuesday, February 21. Saint Peter Damian (1007-1072) was born into a large Italian family. He entered a Camaldolese Benedictine monastery comprised of hermit monks who followed an austere life of fasting and prayer. After Saint Peter Damian completed his studies he gained a reputation among the hermits as being both a gifted scholar and spiritual guru. Although he lived in a monastery, removed from the world, Saint Peter was a powerful voice of reform in the Church. He was so influential in the Church that Pope Leo XII declared him a doctor of the Church. 8

Our Charitable KIDZ got some nice coverage in the Levittown Patch ( see below). You may also view it online at Levittown-ny.patch.com then search for Charitable KIDZ. Good news for Levittown! Volunteers in the News St. Bernard's Charitable KIDZ Hold Annual "Souper Bowl" Proceeds will benefit the Interfaith Nutrition Network in Hempstead. By Nicole Murphy February 9, 2012 The wrong done by young teenagers is wellpublicized. What is less publicized is the charitable work that many teens do. Take the Charitable KIDZ. The group, also known as the Young Vincentians of St. Bernard's Church, is made up of children in eighth through 12th grade. The organization, stemming from the much larger St. Vincent de Paul Society, was founded four years ago by Sister Christine Sammons and dedicated parishioners Carol and Ted Blach. Together, the students and adults volunteer to raise money for the less fortunate. "We tell the kids that we have objectives as a group in order to help the community," said Ted, a 25-year resident of Levittown. "It really helps the kids build character. A lot of them start with us to fulfill hours for community service, but they're all still here once their hours are done. They have fun and learn skills they need to go forward in life." This past weekend, the organization collected funds in soup pots at Saturday and Sunday masses for their annual "Souper Bowl". Over the course of five services, the Charitable KIDZ raised more than $2,100 to help feed the homeless at the Interfaith Nutrition Network in Hempstead. "Vast amounts of money will be spent on Super Bowl events, including betting online and in various venues," said Father Jerry Ringenback. "The soup pots are a humble reminder of our calling to share something of our treasure with those who appreciate even a bowl of soup." Jamie Bange, a three year veteran with the Charitable KIDZ, finds each experience very rewarding and believes their work wouldn't be possible without the help of the community and St. Bernard's Parish. "I like to help and I like to make other people smile," said Bange, 17. "Our community is really generous and great at helping us raise money." Christina Lownie, 14, is a first year participant with the Charitable KIDZ and feels it is the most productive way she can spend her free time. "I don't really have a lot to do on the weekends and this is a great way to use my time," she explained. "I've made a lot of friends through helping the community and I'm surrounded by good people every time I come here." Lara Oliva has been with the Charitable KIDZ since its inception. She feels that everyone can help out somehow, and to see smiles on the faces of those in need is an amazing feeling. "Being in the Charitable KIDZ has taught me that someone's always there," said Oliva, 15. "It makes me feel really lucky when we see the needy and it makes me feel nice to help them. It's all really rewarding." The generosity from the Charitable KIDZ doesn't stop with football season. Throughout the year, the children host coat drives and visit the local AHRC to work with those developmentally challenged. "Our Charitable KIDZ are good news for Levittown, loving God and their neighbors," said Sammons. "We applaud them for who they are and what they do." 9

Parish social ministry Sr. Christine Sammons, O.P., 731-6074 St. Vincent de Paul: Many thanks to everyone who has adopted our pantry as a special outreach project. We thank our longstanding donors as well as some new friends who see the value of contributing food and other necessities. Our visitors always express deep gratitude for your kindness. This week our pantry needs include: Hot and cold cereal Peanut butter and jelly Canned meat, pasta and fish (tuna) Hearty soups, canned ravioli and spaghetti Canned and dried beans of all kinds Rice (long-grain) and potatoes Egg noodles Canned fruit and vegetables Macaroni and cheese Dessert mixes Coffee, tea and juice Paper goods (toilet tissues, tissues, towels, napkins) Toiletries of all kinds Pampers and wipes for our babies. Please remember to buy one, get one free! Your contribution to the POOR BOXES helps us help our neighbors keep their homes warm and their lights on, among many other things. Thanks! One More Time Special thanks one more time to our Charitable KIDZ, their parents, friends, Carol and Ted Blach, Diana Buchanan for our successful Souper Bowl of Caring on February 4 th and 5 th. We were able to send a check for $2,150 to the Interfaith Nutrition Network, the Mary Brennan Inn, in Hempstead. It costs approximately $1500 to serve one hot nutritious meal to between 400-500 individuals every weekday, so we have provided about 1¼ meals to the homeless, or very low-income guests who depend on the INN for a good meal. Our Charitable KIDZ hope to keep in contact with the INN and support them in this beautiful ministry of caring. Emily from the INN will be a guest of the KIDZ on Saturday, March 3 rd at 10:00 a.m. in the parish center for anyone who would like to come. Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwiches Denise and Ellen, two of our young mothers, have a plan to make peanut butter & jelly sandwiches for our pantry and for the INN. They have engaged some of the children in our religious education program, and will make sandwiches once a month. If anyone would like to donate jelly, peanut butter, aluminum foil or gloves, these items may be brought to the pantry and will be designated for this project. A monetary donation will also help purchase bread. We thank Island Harvest for their donation of gloves and packing tins for this project! Many thanks! 2012 Diocesan Public Policy Convocation: Catholics in the Public Square: Our Role in Shaping Public Policy Saturday, March 3, 2012 at Holy Trinity HS Newbridge Road, Hicksville 8:15 am-1:00 pm. Cardinal-Designate Timothy M. Dolan will present the keynote address Lifting Up Our Voices: How Catholics Can Make An Impact The Church s obligation to participate in shaping the moral character of society is a requirement of our faith. 8:45 am-registration and hospitality 9:15 am-liturgy celebrated by Bishop Murphy 10:45am-Keynote address by Cardinaldesignate Timothy M. Dolan 12:00 noon-panel: 2012 New York State Bishops Agenda ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ In the run-up to the Presidential election, it is imperative that we form our consciences for faithful citizenship. This is an excellent day to assist all Catholics. Registration is required by March 1 st. Sister Christine is on the planning committee, so you may visit the PSM office to register. Further information about the Catholics at the Capitol (Albany, NY) on Tuesday, March 13, is also available. We are so close to Holy Trinity~~come and represent our parish at this important event! 10

Readings FOR February 19, 2012- February 26, 2012 Sunday, February 19. Seventh Sunday In Ordinary Time. Isaiah 43:18-19, 21-22, 24-25; Psalm 41:2-5, 13-14; 2 Corinthians 1:18-22; Mark 2:1-12 Monday, February 20. James 3:13-18; Psalm 19:8-10, 15; Mark 9:14-29 Tuesday, February 21. James 4:1-10; Psalm 55:7-11, 23; Mark 9:30-37 Wednesday, February 22. Joel 2:12-18; Psalm 51:3-6, 12-14, 17; 2 Corinthians 5:20-6:2; Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18 Thursday, February 23. Deuteronomy 10:15-20; Psalm 1:1-4, 6; Luke 9:22-25 Friday, February 24. Isaiah 58:1-9; Psalm 51:3-6, 18-19; Matthew 9:14-15 Saturday, February 25. Isaiah 58:9-14; Psalm 86:1-6; Luke 5:27-32 Sunday, February 26. First Sunday of Lent. Genesis 9:8-15; Psalm 25:4-9; 1 Peter 3:18-22; Mark 1:12-15 For the ride home This feature is for families to share their thoughts as they travel to and from Church. Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time February 19, 2012 ( Have Power ) Reading I: Isaiah 43: 18-19, 21-22 ( I Cleanse ) Reading II: 2 Corinthians 1: 18-22 (All is Yes ) Gospel: Mark 2: 1-12 ( The Son Forgives ) Adults: Do I truly believe that God forgives my sins and imperfections? Children: When have I made a big mistake and asked God to forgive me? Your donation will help to save up to THREE lives. Our community hospitals need your help. Please share this lifesaving gift! Thank you for caring! Eligibility criteria: Bring ID with signature or photo Minimum weight 110 pounds Age 16 75 ( 16 year olds must have parental permission. Age 76 and over must have a doctor s note). Eat well ( low fat ) & drink fluids ). No tattoos for past 12 months. For questions concerning medical eligibility call 1-800-688-0900. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact Ernie Meditz at 731-1809. 11

PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE 1 ST ANNUAL ST. BERNARD S LENTEN FISH FRY Instead of the typical Lenten Friday night pizza, The Family Life Committee would love to Have you come join us on Friday, March 9, 2012 For a scrumptious dinner of Beer battered fish, potatoes & cole slaw at 6:00pm Followed by Stations of the Cross Led by the Youth Ministry at 7:30pm Adults $8.00 per person Kid s Meal (9 & under) $6.00 per person Tickets MUST be purchased in advance. Tickets will be sold after all masses on February 25 th and February 26 th. Last day to purchase tickets is February 26, 2012. OR Please return completed form with cash or check to the rectory no later than February 26 th! Name: Contact # #Adults X $8.00 = #Kids X $6.00 = I have enclosed cash/check in the amount of $ This is a Family Ministry Event. For Further information, contact Kathy Romero at 697-0303 12

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Community bulletin board Birthright Cocktail Party Sunday, February 19, 2012 3 6 pm Holy Innocents Knights of Columbus, 3581 Jeffries Road, Levittown, NY will be holding a Cocktail Party and Chinese Auction to support Birthright. $17.50 per person. Music, food, tap beer, wine, soda, cash bar. For tickets call Richard Coyne at 516-783-4088. John Lane Special Friends Dinner and Dance American Legion Post 1711 located at 3123 N. Jerusalem Road, Levittown will be having a Dinner and Dance on Sunday, March 4, 2pm 6pm,to provide funding for the Post s Special Friends Activities. The cost is $20.00 per person and includes prime rib dinner, dessert and coffee/ tea, full bar and a DJ. There will be a 50/50 raffle. At the Foot of the Cross: Reflection on the Spirituality of the Seminary Chapel Msgr. Peter Vaccari will present a Lenten Day of Prayer at the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception in Huntington on Sunday, March 11, 2012, from 9:30 am to 3pm. Program includes conferences, lunch, opportunity for confession, and Mass. Donation: $25 for non- Friends. Sponsored by Friends of the Seminary. Reservations required: 631-423-483 ext. 102, or bmalone@icseminary.edu. down the camp, as well as drivers for our candidates. The next meeting will take place on Thursday, March 7, 2012 at 7pm and April 4, 2012 at St. Francis of Assisi in Greenlawn. Please call Deacon Frank & Michele Barone at 516-420-1207 or e-mail at Mrbarone@verizon.net for further information. Irish Language Classes at Molloy College The Irish Studies Institute at Molloy College will offer 8 two hour sessions of Irish language Classes at its Rockville Centre campus on Saturdays beginning February 25 and ending April 28, as follows: 9:00-11:00 Intermediate 11:15-1:15 Beginning 2 (a continuation of the Fall term s beginning class) 1:30-3:30 Beginning I (absolute beginners) Each class will also examine ancient Gaelic and Celtic culture. The classes will be taught by Jerry Kelly, former Adjunct Professor of Irish Language and Culture at Fordham University. School-aged children are welcome. Tuition: $160. $100 for children under 12. For more information and to register for classes, contact Catherine Tully Muscente at 516-678-5000 ext. 6218 or cmuscentemolloy.edu. The following appeared in the Levittown Tribune Levittown Community Council General Meeting Monday, February 27 at 7:30 p.m. The program for this meeting will be: Medical Malpractice presented by David Pollack, Esq., of Duffy & Duffy in Uniondale. Meetings are open to the public and are free of charge. This meeting will be held in the Culinary Arts room of the Levittown Memorial Education Center, 150 Abbey Lane, Levittown, NY. Volunteers Needed for Annual HEC Weekend Handicapped Encounter Christ (HEC) is in need of volunteers for its annual retreat which will be held Thursday, April 26 through Sunday, April 29, 2012 at Camp Alvernia in Centerport, NY. HEC is a retreat weekend for persons 18 years and older with special needs. Each candidate has a team member with them throughout the weekend. It is a prayerful experience of song, talks, sharing, Eucharist and many other joyful moments. We are in need of team members, kitchen help, setting up and taking Donald Hunker Earns Highest Scouting Honor Town Councilman Gary Hudes presents an official Town of Hempstead Certificate of Recognition to Donald James Hunker of Levittown, who recently attained Scouting s highest honor, the Eagle Scout Award, at his Eagle Court of Honor held at Levittown Hall. Only four percent of all Scouts achieve this distinguished award. Hunker s leadership Service Project was 400 hours of work restoring the garden and grounds at St. Bernard s Roman Catholic Church in Levittown. 15